Hot Food Packaging
Wholesale Hot Food Packaging for Takeaway & Delivery
Hot food packaging needs to do more than hold a meal. It must keep food hot and protect your presentation. It also needs to reduce leaks during delivery and handle steam well. At Supply Express, our hot food packaging range is built for fast-paced foodservice. We reliably supply takeaways, restaurants, cafés, and caterers. Food trucks and delivery kitchens across the UK also trust our products.
You can choose from cardboard, aluminium foil, or microwavable containers. We also offer compostable alternatives depending on your menu. Do you serve curries, pasta, or grilled foods? We also have great options for fried items, rice dishes, and pizza. You will find durable packaging that performs well from the kitchen to the customer.
Choose the Right Packaging for Your Hot Menu
Different hot foods need different packaging. Saucy dishes require leak-resistant containers. Crisp foods need better ventilation. Caterers often need maximum heat retention for transport. This is why we offer a mix of materials and formats. You can easily match the packaging to the way your food is cooked and packed.
| Packaging Type | Best Used For | Key Material Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard Food Containers | Pasta, rice dishes, curries, and street food. | Lightweight, easily recyclable, and offers solid insulation for takeaway delivery. |
| Compostable Bagasse Disposables | Eco-conscious menus, hot street food, and takeaway meals. | Made from sugarcane pulp. A great sustainable, plastic-free option for hot foods. |
| Microwavable Containers | Reheatable meals, meal prep, and hot liquid-heavy dishes. | Designed for secure closures, leak resistance, and customer reheating convenience. |
| Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays | Grilled items, baked dishes, oven-finished foods, and catering. | Provides excellent heat retention and high-heat performance for long-distance transport. |
| Eco-Friendly Pizza Boxes | Takeaway pizzas, garlic breads, and delivery collections. | Balances structural strength with airflow to reduce condensation and keep crusts crisp. |
| Disposable Plates & Platters | Events, buffets, catering setups, and street food counters. | Provides speed, convenience, and easy clean-up without compromising on food presentation. |
Built for Takeaway, Delivery, and Catering
This category meets real-world foodservice needs. We focus on heat retention, leak resistance, stackability, and packing speed. Packaging consistency matters heavily if you run delivery during peak hours. Using the right container helps reduce spills. It protects your brand reputation. It also improves the customer experience from the first opening to the final bite.
Wholesale Supply for UK Food Businesses
We supply all products in this category in bulk quantities. This supports busy commercial kitchens and growing food businesses. You may need hot meal containers for daily takeaway orders. You might need larger volume pallets for catering and events. Supply Express can help you build a packaging setup that fits your operation perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What packaging is best for hot takeaway food?
The best option depends on your specific menu. Cardboard and bagasse containers work well for standard hot meals. Foil trays offer maximum heat retention for baked dishes. Microwavable containers are the best choice for reheatable meal prep.
Is this hot food packaging suitable for delivery?
Yes. We select the packaging in this category to perform well for takeaway and delivery. These containers help maintain temperature and reduce leaks during transit.
Do you offer eco-friendly hot food packaging?
Yes, we offer a great sustainable range. You can choose from recyclable cardboard containers, compostable bagasse packaging, and eco-friendly pizza boxes. It depends entirely on what suits your food style.
Can hot food containers be used for reheating?
Many options are safe for reheating. This includes our microwavable plastic containers and our foil trays. Always check the individual product specifications on the page for correct usage.
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Kraft No.5 Leakproof Paper Food Container 900ml (Pack of 150)
£30.60 Inc. VAT£25.50 Ex. VATNo.5 Leak-Resistant Kraft Paper 900ml Meal Boxes for Hot & Cold Takeaway Food Serve hot or cold meals with confidence using our No.5 Kraft Leakproof Paper Food Containers (36oz / 900ml). Designed for busy food businesses, these strong takeaway meal...£30.60 Inc. VAT£25.50 Ex. VAT -
Satco 1000ml Microwave-Safe Food Containers ‚ 250 Sets
Satco
£62.39 Inc. VAT£51.99 Ex. VATSatco 1000ml Microwave Food Container & Lid – Pack of 250 Leakproof, Microwave-Safe Containers for Takeaway, Meal Prep & Food Storage The Satco 1000ml microwave container with lid is a reliable choice when you need secure, food-safe...£62.39 Inc. VAT£51.99 Ex. VAT -
Satco T1100 Round Microwave Containers & Lids (150 Sets)
Satco
£41.40 Inc. VAT£34.50 Ex. VATSatco T1100 Plastic Container with Lid – 750ml (Pack of 150) Leak-Resistant, Microwave & Freezer Safe Containers for Meal Prep, Takeaway & Delivery The Satco T1100 750ml plastic container with lid is a dependable option when you need...£41.40 Inc. VAT£34.50 Ex. VAT -
No.8 Kraft Leakproof Brown Takeaway Meal Box ‚ Pack of 300
£48.60 Inc. VAT£40.50 Ex. VAT46oz / 1300ml Leakproof Kraft Meal Boxes No.8 for Hot & Cold Takeaway Food If you need a larger, reliable paper meal box, this No.8 kraft leakproof takeaway container is perfect for busy service. You get a generous 46oz / 1300ml capacity with a...£48.60 Inc. VAT£40.50 Ex. VAT -
Nicholl 830860-502 Aluminium Foil Container 6x8.2x1.5" – Pack of 900 (Bases)
£174.00 Inc. VAT£145.00 Ex. VATCompact Rectangular Foil Containers for Takeaway, Catering & Meal Prep The Nicholl 830860-502 aluminum foil container (6 x 8.2 x 1.5") is a compact, reliable tray. It is ideal for portion-controlled hot or cold food. This product comes as a bulk...£174.00 Inc. VAT£145.00 Ex. VAT -
No.8 Kraft Brown Leak-proof Takeaway Meal Box - Pack of 200
£31.20 Inc. VAT£26.00 Ex. VATNo.8 Kraft Brown Leakproof Takeaway Meal Box – Biodegradable (Pack of 200) Serve and transport hot or cold meals with confidence using the No.8 Kraft Brown leakproof takeaway meal box. Designed for busy takeaways, restaurants and caterers, these...£31.20 Inc. VAT£26.00 Ex. VAT -
Rectangular Aluminium Foil Container 7x9x1.5" (Pack of 510)
£139.20 Inc. VAT£116.00 Ex. VATShallow Rectangular Foil Containers for Catering, Takeaway & Meal Prep The Nicholl 831200-501 rectangular foil tray (approx. 7" x 9" x 1.5") is a practical choice for baking, roasting, portioning, storing, and transporting food. The shallow depth...£139.20 Inc. VAT£116.00 Ex. VAT -
Satco 8oz Round Plastic Pots & Lids M8 (pack of 225 sets)
Satco
£28.80 Inc. VAT£24.00 Ex. VATSatco 8oz Round Plastic Deli Pots & Lids ‘M8’ – Pack of 225 Sets Leakproof 8oz (250ml) Plastic Pots for Sauces, Dips & Small Portions The Satco M8 8oz round plastic pots with lids are a practical and reliable packaging solution...£28.80 Inc. VAT£24.00 Ex. VAT -
Small Laminated Cardboard Hinged Tray Salad Container (Pack of 360)
£73.20 Inc. VAT£61.00 Ex. VATEco-Friendly Hinged Salad Box with Window for Cold Food & Takeaway In stock. Keep salads and chilled portions neatly packed with this small laminated cardboard hinged tray in brown. Designed for grab-and-go counters, delis, and takeaway service, it...£73.20 Inc. VAT£61.00 Ex. VAT -
Satco M12 12oz Round Plastic Pots & Lids ‚ 150 Sets
Satco
£24.60 Inc. VAT£20.50 Ex. VATSatco 12oz Round Plastic Pots & Lids ‘M12’ – Pack of 150 Sets Leakproof, Stackable Portion Pots for Sauces, Sides, Salads & Meal Prep The Satco 12oz (375ml) round plastic pots with lids (M12) are a reliable option for packaging...£24.60 Inc. VAT£20.50 Ex. VAT -
Round 9-Inch (22.7cm) Foil Containers ‚ Pack of 400
£57.60 Inc. VAT£48.00 Ex. VATRound 9-Inch Aluminium Foil Trays Designed for professional use, these disposable foil trays are ideal for catering, takeaways, meal prep, and food storage. Their strong, heat-resistant build makes them suitable for both hot and...£57.60 Inc. VAT£48.00 Ex. VAT -
Hippo 9 Inch (22.7cm) Round Aluminium Foil Containers – Pack of 400
£57.60 Inc. VAT£48.00 Ex. VATLarge Round Foil Containers for Catering, Takeaway & Hot Food Service These Hippo 9 inch (22.7cm) round aluminum foil containers are a practical choice for busy kitchens. They need dependable trays for catering, takeaways, food stalls, and...£57.60 Inc. VAT£48.00 Ex. VAT -
Large Laminated Cardboard Hinged Salad Container 21x16x4mcm (360 pcs)
£96.00 Inc. VAT£80.00 Ex. VATEco-Friendly Hinged Salad Box with Window for Cold Food & Takeaway In stock. Serve and present cold food with confidence using this large laminated cardboard hinged salad container in brown. With a clear window for visibility and a secure hinged lid,...£96.00 Inc. VAT£80.00 Ex. VAT -
Satco 16 oz Round Plastic Pots & Lids M16 (pack of 150 sets)
Satco
£28.80 Inc. VAT£24.00 Ex. VATSatco 16oz Round Plastic Pots & Lids ‘M16’ pack of 150set Leakproof, Staco16oz Deli Pots – Ideal for Takeaways, Meal Prep & Catering Need containers for small items like sauces, salads, dips, or toppings? These Satco 16oz deli...£28.80 Inc. VAT£24.00 Ex. VAT -
Simply Kraft Standard Multi-food Meal Box Leakproof (150 Pcs)
£34.80 Inc. VAT£29.00 Ex. VATKraft Standard food Boxintroducing our Simply Kraft Standard Multi-food Box, the perfect packaging solution for a variety of meals, from burgers and fish & chips to salads and sandwiches. These high-quality, leakproof food boxes are designed with...£34.80 Inc. VAT£29.00 Ex. VAT -
Satco 2oz Round Container and Lid (pack of 800 Sets)
Satco
£35.40 Inc. VAT£29.50 Ex. VATSatco 2oz Sauce Containers with Lids – Clear Portion Pots (Pack of 800 Sets) Leakproof Portion Pots for Sauces, Dips, Dressings & Side Dishes The Satco 2oz sauce containers with lids are a compact, reliable solution for portioning and serving...£35.40 Inc. VAT£29.50 Ex. VAT -
9" Round Aluminium Foil containers - Trays 22.7cm (500 pcs)
£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VATLarge 9" Round Foil Containers for Catering, Takeaway & Hot Food Service These 9 inch (22.7cm) round aluminium foil containers are a practical choice for busy kitchens that need dependable trays for catering, takeaways, food stalls, and meal...£64.80 Inc. VAT£54.00 Ex. VAT -
No.12 Round Aluminium Foil Container 7" x 2" – Pack of 400
£39.60 Inc. VAT£33.00 Ex. VAT7" Round Foil Containers for Individual Portions, Takeaway & Baking The No.12 round aluminium foil container is a compact 7 inch tray designed for portion-controlled hot and cold food service. It’s a practical choice for takeaways, caterers,...£39.60 Inc. VAT£33.00 Ex. VAT -
Satco [4oz] Round Container and Lid (pack of 800 set)
Satco
£41.40 Inc. VAT£34.50 Ex. VATSatco 4oz Sauce Pots with Lids – Clear Portion Pots (Pack of 800 Sets) Leakproof Portion Containers for Sauces, Dips, Dressings & Side Dishes The Satco 4oz clear sauce pot with lid is a practical and reliable solution for serving and storing...£41.40 Inc. VAT£34.50 Ex. VAT -
9 Inch Square Aluminium Foil Container 9x9x1.5" – Pack of 200
£31.20 Inc. VAT£26.00 Ex. VAT9x9x1.5" Square Foil Containers for Takeaway, Baking & Catering Pack, bake and serve with confidence using these 9 inch square aluminium foil containers (9x9x1.5"). This size is a popular, all-around tray for hot takeaway meals and oven-finished...£31.20 Inc. VAT£26.00 Ex. VAT